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About Us

Diabetes – What to Know was created in 2015 by Ansley Dalbo and Fred Bennett, who also founded My Heart – What to Know and My Weight – What to Know.

We created these sites because we believe that clear, science-based health information should be available to everyone. Many people living with chronic health conditions are searching for reliable information that explains the science behind their health in a practical and understandable way. Our goal is to help people better understand these topics so they can have more informed conversations with their healthcare providers.

Diabetes – What to Know

Diabetes – What to Know helps people with type 2 diabetes live a healthier life. We provide science-based information about all elements of type 2 diabetes, including risk factors, treatments, lifestyle approaches, and new research.

Our Other Educational Resources

If you are interested in learning more about related health topics, you may also find our sister sites helpful:

My Heart – What to Know
Focuses on cardiovascular health and the factors that influence heart disease risk and available treatment approaches.

My Weight – What to Know
Focuses on the science of weight and metabolism, including nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and the range of available treatment approaches for people working toward improved metabolic health.

Across all of our sites, our mission remains the same: to make reliable, science-based health information easier to understand and freely accessible to anyone who wants to learn more about their health.

Our Commitment to Accurate and Unbiased Health Information

We are committed to providing accurate, balanced, and trustworthy health information for patients, caregivers, and anyone seeking to better understand their health. Our content is developed using the following editorial principles:

Evidence-Based Information
Articles are developed using peer-reviewed research, major clinical studies, and established medical guidelines when available.

Medical Review
All of our articles are reviewed by licensed healthcare professionals and subject-matter experts to help ensure medical accuracy, clarity, and relevance for patients.

Independent Educational Content
Our sites are independent educational resources. We do not promote or endorse specific branded medications, medical products, or commercial services. When treatments are discussed, they are described at the scientific or therapeutic class level to help readers understand how they work.

Patient-Focused Communication
Medical topics can be complex. Our goal is to translate scientific information into language that is accurate, understandable, and useful for people living with these conditions.

Ongoing Review
As scientific understanding evolves, we periodically review and update our content to keep information current and relevant.

Educational Disclaimer

The information provided on these websites is intended for educational purposes only and should not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Readers should always consult their healthcare provider regarding questions about medical conditions, treatments, or medications.

Our Founders

Ansley Dalbo has worked in the healthcare field for over 25 years, including 12 years spent supporting Walmart’s diabetes brand, ReliOn. She’s passionate about using social media and digital tools to help people living with chronic health conditions thrive through education and support. Ansley graduated from Harvard University with a degree in English, and she lives in Atlanta. She’s an avid vegetarian cook, and loves reading, hiking and listening to baseball on the radio.

Fred Bennett is an award-winning photographer who worked in New York City for over a decade, collaborating with Hal Davis, Olivier Toscanni and Rebecca Blake, among others. He has worked with a variety of companies on branding and marketing initiatives, including Canon, Coca-Cola and WebMD. He loves movie posters, audiobooks and watching college football with Ansley. He is happiest working outside in his garden.